August weather forecastSainte-Croix, Mauritius
August
Weather in August
August essentially mirrors July's weather trend in terms of temperature and wind speed, with negligible variations. Recognized for consistent weather, the average high temperature remains at 23.5°C (74.3°F) and a virtually unchanged wind condition. The city's weather during this month continues to offer residents a respite from high heat, while remaining pleasantly warm for outdoor activities.Temperature
In Sainte-Croix, the lowest average temperatures are observed in August, with a high of 23.5°C (74.3°F) and a low of 21.3°C (70.3°F).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Sainte-Croix are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
In Sainte-Croix, during August, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 177.1 rainfall days, and 480mm (18.9") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 11h and 27min.On the first day of August in Sainte-Croix, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:01 +04.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Sainte-Croix is 6.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Sainte-Croix, Mauritius, are May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Sainte-Croix, Mauritius
- Average high temperature in August: 23.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (23.5°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 21.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Sainte-Croix, Mauritius
- Average pressure in August: 1021mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.1mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Sainte-Croix, Mauritius
- Average wind speed in August: 23.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (23.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (17.1km/h).
Average humidity in August
Sainte-Croix, Mauritius
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Sainte-Croix, Mauritius
- Average rainfall in August: 17mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (8mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Sainte-Croix, Mauritius
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.5 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Sainte-Croix, Mauritius
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 24min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 6h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Sainte-Croix, Mauritius
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Sainte-Croix, Mauritius
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Sainte-Croix, Mauritius
- Average cloud cover in August: 37
The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in August
Sainte-Croix, Mauritius
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
